BMW K1300S Coolant Change (Vacuum Method)

A quick overview of a coolant Change using a cooling system vacuum purge tool. We use a BMWK1300S to demonstrate the process.

[@dhdh4502]

Just bought A T shirt…to say thank you for sharing your knowledge and entertaining videos

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

Thanks Mate 👍 Very much appreciated.

[@gordondowling1955]

Best bit was pointing out the location of the little bleed valves.

[@garybrown5500]

Good video thank you. Been looking for detail of this method of coolant fill process & this is very comprehensive. Subbed!

[@ioweiowe]

Really nice - I am really glad this turned into a "how to". also little mistakes that you corrected we're really helpful...

[@robdridan4240]

Thanks very much for this, need to do the same job on my k1300s. Regards from Australia James

[@stevebenton1543]

Very helpful thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge.

[@losttheplot1748]

Good to see you still making the videos.

[@ErikGuldberg]

Just what I needed :) Thank you very much!

[@YSoCruS]

Keep the videos coming. Really fun to watch! I have learnt so much.

[@baccas66]

When refilling, the coolant supply should be above the level of the filler neck. According to BMW manual.

[@DJW997]

Interesting method! Nice to see an upload from you, hope all is well!

[@crcdesign9886]

I really miss your videos!

[@juvamzdelis]

Sorry for stupid question, but your airline are blowing or sucking air???

[@nuffysbuilds3750]

Brilliant mate, thanks heaps.

[@adolfocano8690]

Hi James, thank you for the video, please, one question, I did the procedure yesterday with the same tool. When you are in the introducing liquid phase, Do you open the tool valve to the maximum or just a little? Does the speed of introducing liquid matter?. Also, In my case with the same starting pressure and preloaded tube the pressure decrease until 0. I dont understand why this is happening after following your instructions step by step. The final result was good though as the fan cycle correctly...Thanks a lot!!

[@conservative-proud]

Hi, great video !! What make of vacuum set up is that please ?

[@kprice399]

Great video btw. Thx

[@miguelpires5856]

Good video thanks, dont know if anyone already said it but there is another bleeder in the water pump too ;) , wend you do the pipe one also do the one in the pump.

[@infostump8061]

Hi what’s the OD of that rubber bung for the rad filler hole? It looks bigger than my 93 triumph tiger rad hole.

[@toshtwentythree195]

Jim, just use a tripod, wide angle and if you need a close up then bring the camera to the subject,,,As for editing, from a viewers point of view...Errr....there is a good saying ..." when he speaks, listen, because what he states is golden" So just clip the really bad stuff, let the viewers use the fast forward button...Thats what its there for....Sometimes you dont know it but you share a golden nugget ( for us ) but its run of the mill for you ...So lets have an hour or two, Listen and he will enlighten and for gods sake Enable Monetization

[@danielwoodhouse1870]

Another great vid...thanks

[@heathy912]

Discovered you today! Good vids, what's the furthest you have traveled for a job? have you done full bike rebuilds before? keep up the good work!

[@kennethwise7108]

James, GREAT VIDEO! Quick question, you stated to drain the Radiator but what about the expansion tank, does that need drained as well? Thanks again for the EXCELLENT VIDEO! i plan on doing this job on my 2009 K1300S here soon as i am at 36,000 miles (57,936 km). Cheers Mate! Kenny

[@carmenmoncada4294]

I bought this vacuum purge tool, but the tool air fitting does not connect to my air line connector because the fitting is different from what we have here in California. I am trying to find the air fitting connector part # to be able to used the vacuum purge tool. Can someone help me finding out the part number?

[@AllyB1966]

Hello, have you tried this with any KTM’s? Also, what’s the brand of the unit you’re using, please?

[@kprice399]

Can you list tool name, where you bought it & the cost please. Thx

[@bluesix2843]

Amusingly at 6:01/2 when you're talking about "blowing off" there's a suspicious sound which is well timed 😂😉Turn up your volume!

[@Coldfin9er]

Lovely bike, K1300R or S could be next up for me. Don't think engine failure is common, was the owner just unlucky? Quick question on the tool, could it be used to evacuate a full system? Been eyeing up one oft geese for a while now and either the Laser or Sealey offerings are quite reasonable priced!

[@bikersquest]

+James Wright-Roberts Wow how do you think they wore out oil starvation? Nice video btw I never knew this tool existed I've only seen those funky funnel type things which fit on the rad cap mainly for cars.

[@Moto_Plus]

love your videos, we need more! weekely

[@TomHo147]

can you use this method for oil change?

[@AlexA-bg8ee]

What is the part number for this tool ?

[@danielottesen7990]

Hi! I know BMW recommend blue coolant for this engine. How did it work out with this yellow one?

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

The coolant used was MOTUL MOTOCOOL EXPERT, This is the correct coolant for this engine. The colour causes confusion 😕

[@danielottesen7990]

@@SuperbikeSurgeryTV thanks!

[@MJT-DA]

Eh after seeing the procedure to drain the coolant I might hold off on a used K1300s lmao

[@Incountry]

“This is turning into a how to....” Making a video then uploading to a media format is either to show another if limited knowledge/information or one is narcissistic and wants a spot light on them that draws public attention... 🧐

[@SuperbikeSurgeryTV]

Or to simply entertain and spread a bit of love, or in my case all three 🤣

[@Incountry]

Superbike Surgery TV Now that I cannot fault...!! So keep on recording as we’re waiting for the next episode.! 👍🏼